Brook Street

Family Support

East London E11 2JY

Key information

Pay
£13 - £14
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Temporary
Posted date
19 Aug 2026
Closing date
18 Sep 2026

About this role

Family Assessment Worker

Locations

Wansted or Ilford

Hourly Rate

£13.00

Are you passionate about supporting families to create safer, healthier home environments? We are currently seeking

dedicated Family Assessment Workers to join our team in

East London, providing essential support to families in residential units, including

Mother & Baby placements.

Shift Patterns Available

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Day Shifts

08:00 AM - 17:00 PM (Monday to Sunday)

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Afternoon Shifts

15:00 PM - 21:30 PM

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Sleep-in Shifts

21:00 PM - 08:30 AM

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Waking Night Shifts

21:00 PM - 08:30 AM

Key Responsibilities

Conducting Assessments

Carry out comprehensive family assessments, evaluating parenting skills, child development,

Providing Direct Support

Offer hands-on guidance and support to parents-this may include parenting advice, childcare assistance, and helping families navigate local services.

Collaborative Working

Work in partnership with multi-agency professionals including social workers, therapists, and health visitors to ensure a wraparound approach to care.

Observational & Report Writing

  • Conduct 20-minute observational recordings in

Mother & Baby units, focusing on parent-infant interactions and care routines.

  • Accurately document and upload reports to the internal system to contribute to formal assessments and reviews.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

  • Experience working with vulnerable families, particularly in

family assessment units or

Mother & Baby settings

  • Strong observational and reporting skills
  • A working knowledge of safeguarding procedures and family intervention frameworks
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Confidence working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply Now

Call Terence

07483 919092

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